Andrii Medvediuk / Shutterstock.com In recent years, there has been a marked resurgence of interest in skilled trades among young Americans, particularly in fields like welding, plumbing, and electrical work. This shift is driven by a confluence of economic and cultural factors. Rising college tuition costs and the burden of student loan debt have prompted […]
michaeljung / Shutterstock.com In an era of student debt and career pivots, new research from LiveCareer reveals careers that offer growth, strong pay, and job security—and don’t require a four-year degree. These recession-proof jobs each pay at least $50,000, are projected to grow significantly by 2030, and are accessible with an associate degree or postsecondary […]
fizkes / Shutterstock.com Many U.S. workers are feeling conflicted about taking time off. A new survey of more than 1,000 currently employed adults reveals that economic uncertainty and job insecurity are reshaping how—and whether—people plan to use their vacation days, even as burnout remains widespread. The findings offer a timely look at how employees are […]
Branislav Nenin / Shutterstock.com Looking for a side hustle that doesn’t require you to do the whole outside thing? Then a remote side hustle might be for you. We gathered remote side hustles you can do from home, and many of them can be quite lucrative. Before we dive in, let’s talk about the primary […]
Susan B Sheldon / Shutterstock.com As a longtime collector and reseller, I’m constantly on the lookout for “sleeper items” — common household goods that bring uncommon prices in the resale market. While other pickers are busy trying to find that one big score, I like to focus on the humble objects that have a quiet […]
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Monkey-Business-Images / Shutterstock.com Advertising Disclosure: When you buy something by clicking links within this article, we may earn a small commission, but it never affects the products or services we recommend. Everyone could you use a few hundred extra bucks every month, especially as they approach retirement. Here’s something you already know: the only way […]
PeopleImages.com – Yuri A / Shutterstock.com AI is an imperfect technology that’s still trying to prove its profitability and market value — especially when used as a large language model. Even still, college students are increasingly using AI to write their essays for them. Plus, the new technology is causing panic among white-collar, knowledge workers […]
Maridav / Shutterstock.com Slot machine players just caught a break. The tax law that President Donald Trump signed in early July — the One Big Beautiful Bill Act — quietly raised the federal tax reporting threshold for slot winnings from $1,200 to $2,000. This is the first increase to the threshold since 1977, according to […]
SofikoS / Shutterstock.com You might be envisioning a life free from commutes and strict office hours, where your home becomes your workplace. If you’ve held back from pursuing remote work because you believe it’s not lucrative or requires a degree, think again! Whether you’re looking for high-paying jobs you can do from the comfort of […]
